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California Association of DUI Treatment Programs (CADTP) Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor

Student Testimonials...

Email from thrilled student:

Hi Christian Institute!


I attended your program August 2021 - January 2022 and since then my CADC-II application was finally approved through CCAPP and therefore I sat for my test this past weekend, 5/13/23, and PASSED the IC&RC Exam!  

I wanted to thank you so much for your kind words and help that you provided me, and to all of us applicants, really.  

I am thrilled that I passed on the first attempt.

Take good care of yourself and thanks again,
​

Maura S.

Other Students' Talk about Christian Institute
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I passed my Alcohol and Drug Counselor Exam with flying colors. Thanks to Christian Institute! Christian Institute's on-line classes gave me the flexibility and tools I needed to pass each class and feel confident while applying for my internship. Christian Institute was there for me every step of the way to answer questions and offer support.

I am so grateful for all their help.

Sincerely,
Polly H.
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Dear Lawrence:
Just a quick note to express my thanks for the help you gave me through Christian Institute as I studied for my drug and alcohol counselor credential. You were very encouraging along the way and kept me motivated to complete the tasks. Last week I took and passed the CADC II exam. Thank you.

Norman B.

About this Program:

Christian Institute (CI) has been offering drug and alcohol counseling certification courses since 2005. We have hundreds of satisfied students, and most importantly, many of them have gone on to become Certified. Christian Institute is approved by CADTP. (California Association of DUI Treatment Programs). This means that you don’t have to worry if your courses will count towards your certification. You can visit CADTP's website by clicking here for more information.

Acquiring professional knowledge and skills to work with those who have substance abuse issues is essential to be more effective. As stated earlier, Christian Institute, since 2005, has been offering substance abuse training to persons who want to help others with substance abuse problems. Many of Christian Institute’s students have become certified drug and alcohol counselors. They are now working in non-profits, governmental entities and are even in private practice. Other students take courses for enrichment purposes so that they can learn about substance abuse in order to help love ones or understand the nature of addiction. Still others have taken the courses to be more effective in their church ministry. Christian Institute has designed its courses so that persons can qualify to become certified as a drug and alcohol counselor. In understanding the nature of treating others with substance abuse issues, Christian Institute's curriculum helps students not only to pass the exam to become certified but also to enhance their fundamental understanding of providing treatment. Through Christian Institute's curriculum, students' understanding of working with clients is broaden; therefore, they develop new perspectives on how to perform treatment. 

Enroll Today to start your path to become a substance use disorder certified counselor (SUDCC).   
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​Students' Evaluations and Comments about the Courses

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     Why Do I Want to Be a Drug and Alcohol Counselor
What Students Say About Overview of Addiction:

I loved this course, very insightful.  I absolutely agree with the spiritual aspect of learning about addictions.  You certainly can't have one without the other. 

This is an excellent course. I do not think that Christian Institute should change a thing. Thank you so much for challenging me to be better. -Orin

This course provides a solid understanding of substance abuse and recovery, combining practical strategies with ethical and cultural awareness. It aligns well with Christian values like compassion, support, and holistic care, making it valuable for anyone in ministry or counseling roles looking to better support individuals and families struggling with addiction. -Milagros

​I reached out to Dr. Lawrence Sam a few times regarding questions about the coursework. Dr. Sam was very prompt with his replies (and grading the coursework) and never failed to provide a thoughtful professional response. - John


This is a great course, and it has helped me develop a stronger understanding of the spiritual, psychological, and predisposition aspects of addiction. -George

Get Started Today!

​If interested in taking the courses, complete the Student Interest Form. You will receive an email by which to sign-up for a consultation or you may sign-up for the courses if you do not have questions.  Call us at (408) 220-8090 or email us [email protected] if you have questions.

Navigate the Process of Becoming a Substance Use Disorder Certified Counselor (SUDCC)

Take the first steps towards a rewarding career in helping others.  Explore our programs, courses and the certification process.  
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Congratulations to Christian Institute's Recent Graduates! ​
Their next step is to take the exam through their state's certifying board.
Blessings to them!

Eleazar Salva
Dave Thompson
Kristin Gomes
Vanush Mikayelyan
Ryan Harder
Alanna McMurtrey
Dominique Vargas
Elizabeth Wald
Darryl Flint Spivey
Michael Rose
Claudia Gil
Colton Fiske
Javier Cortes
Sonia Ramirez
Brant Coolidge
Richelle Nice
Eric Salas
Matthew Dekker
Claudia Gill
Mariah Robinson
Taylor Lizarraga
Laura Lazorka
Trevor Amador
Joshua Guidroz
Joe Marquez
Jacob Matthews
Prizila Vidal
Natasha Sharpe
Nadia Saldana-Ayala
Yvonne Gimbal
Amber Westphal
Eduardo Santillan
Latascha Bulmer
Sara Erwin
​Andrew Bolan
Daniel Moore

William Scott
Elizabeth DeLong
Nicholas Herbert
Ashley Miller
​James Brown

Tanea Byrd
Nicholas Chornomud
​Alessandra Canzona Sweeney
Virginia Jenkins

Valerie Brand
Amanda Sorrels
Jeanette Baker
Jeremiah Ross
Lance Williams
Laurie Ramirez
Jennifer O'Brien
Natalie Frost
Angela Wright
Katie Coley
James Fitzmaurice
​Christopher Nichols
Kyle Jimenez-Little
​Gustavo Placencia

Susan Martin
Elizabeth Geraghty

​Ruth Hazzard
​Emily Everett

Angelina Lucido
Mariah Wilkins
Kenneth Wiseman
​Joseph Liah
​Alena Nelson

Kylie Castro
James Lopez
Janell Linler

Matthew Phillips
Monica Booher
​Keith Barnes
Joseph Boehm
​Brandee Hall
​Jamie Klein

Karen Faddis
Michael Fournier
​Jessica Hamilton​
​Susana Islas

Rosario Ruiz​
Susan Wallis
​​Rudolph Swigart

Kathryn Grimes
Caitlin Carnes

Gloria Ramirez
​Shawna Contreras
​Eric Hill​
​Jacob Machuca-Reyes

Lydia Mullane
​Brandie Silva​

Sedona Lazaro
Karen Nelson
​Daniel Watts

Sharal Trujillo
​Gabrielle Corpuz
Elizabeth Artola

​Albert Teixeira
Peter Riojas

Sarah Jimenez
​​Christian Godsey
Marcelo Nazarian
​Tom Harris
Loretta Kirby
​Jamie Byrnes
Samuel Hazan​
​Selene Felix Lopez
​Kelli Armstrong​​

​Justin Cogbill
Blitch Mark Visioli
​Joseph Hughes
Venice Lightcsy

Timothy Langhoff​
Jeannette Saenz
​Kelli Hare
​Chelsie Armstrong

Brittany Sellers
Zoey Houser
Mckhenzy Albert
Madisun Silva​
​Marisela Rodriguez​​
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Lisa Dove
Robert Guillen​
Ryan Skinner
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